The great hall of the castle instantly filled with murmurs as the council members settled into their seats. The towering pillars cast long shadows under the glow of the light coming from the eligant chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
I sat quietly sat at the head of the massive table, my piercing golden eyes scanned the room with quiet authority. My trusted beta, Serio, stood beside me, his muscular frame seemed to tense with anticipation.
The tension in the air was thick, it was late aftenoon when I summoned the court council for a matter of grave importance.
A deep growl resonated through the chamber as I finally spoke.
"I did not call you all here to waste time. An enemy threatens our kingdom."
I said without expression, my voice, laced with power, and it was more than enought to silence all whispers.
Lord Stanis, a seasoned warrior with streaks of gray in his beard, leaned forward.
